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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1931

Page

2

Swindle Charge Leads to Arrest of Powers Man

A 57 year old man identified as a confidence man was arrested after allegedly swindling $1500. Investigators linked him to prior disguises and gallery photos. He denied prior offenses while awaiting formal charges and potential rehabilitation at a remand facility. Local officials urged caution and continue probing ledgers and suspects tied to the alleged scheme.

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Plan to raise all U S salaries by one rate

Representative Will R. Weaver of Indiana proposes a national salary-cut plan affecting all government workers from 1204 to 1 year, with a 1 percent increase above current levels. The article notes the measure originates in the powerful House Disfristions committee and outlines the projected impact on federal pay scales.

Haiecrsal Washington Bog Canaries Will R. Wea House Fommicien Weall

Toscano Tells New Mexico of Barber Killing

Testimony depicts a shooting inside a Mexico City area home with Rosser Toscano claiming he fired at Collins during a quarrel. Prosecution and defense clash over who fired first and motive amid a broader cabinet shakeup in the national capital.

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Weather News Roundup From The South And East

A fragmented weather overview lists conditions across multiple states with mentions of temperatures and skies. It references Texas Oklahoma Florida Georgia Mississippi and Tennessee with forecasts and regional notes. The garbled text notes clear conditions in several cities and partial temperature readings across regions.

Prison Break for Narcotic Offender Reports

Federal court in Thursday heard Herman Wilson plead guilty to narcotic possession. Assistant U.S. Attorney Trell Winp said Wilson had served 20 months of a 25 year term and recommended jail time due to his prior drug offenses and five recent violations.

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Akron Sister Ship Work Under Way

Akron ship construction is under way as engineers prepare the airship carrier Akron. The project aims to complete the ship and launch the vessel early in the coming year.

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Memorial Birthday Ride and Family Gatherings Reported

An elderly woman plans a birthday celebration with an air journey and backyard gathering. Relatives including Mrs. Suchy and Mrs. Siphy arrange travel, while Mrs. Biche travels from Cersans to San Antonio for a distant ranch visit. A muddled report notes multiple family names and a planned event amid a river trip and supper.

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Negro Confesses Killing of Farmer in Ort County

A confessed murder case emerges from a fragmented report stating a Black man admitted to killing a farmer near Sabra and Cras Wy, with unclear dates and locations due to OCR errors. The brief hints at an arrest or confession following a Monday night incident and references to a trail of where the crime occurred.

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Harlingen High School Robbed of 400 Dollars

A break in at Harlingen High School last night resulted in the theft of about 400 dollars. Police report says entry was gained by forcing a window, with signs of hurried rummaging. No suspects named as investigation continues and school officials assess losses.

Warinek Ve Farge Harlingen

Store Manager at Pearsall Is Dead

Forester 28, manager of Earle Furniture in Pearsall, died at Ada residence after injuries from a tumble. Survived by his wife Kim Sranett and Fannie Tuse, plus a son, with several relatives listed from Pearsall and nearby towns.

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Woman Hurt on Auto Ride Near Belk Field

Mrs. J. G. Goodson 29 of Jefferson hotel, recently from Houston, says she was thrown from a car by a man claiming a special sale. She reported the vehicle number to police, and the assailant allegedly shoved her again before leaving. The incident occurred near Belk Field as the car drove back toward town.

Anna Suchy Simpson Street Walter Schneider J. G. Goodson Jefferson Hotel Houston

Patrons Flee Liquor Raid at Brackenridge High

A disturbance at Brackenridge Senior School district led to a liquor raid early Thursday. About 16 patrons fled as officers moved in, one man arrested for selling liquor to minors, and women and escorts rushed to exits while tables were overturned and windows broken.

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WANTS FEWER CATS IN GRAND RAPIDS SCENE

A fragment from Grand Rapids dated October 22 reports Partlebert and Sellar of the Animal Arsene league in Boston seeking to curb cat numbers. The text hints at controversy over cat population near a church altar and mentions a protest or appeal involving thousands of cats and potential ancestors.

Grand Rapids Tlebert & Sellar Animal Arsene League of Boston Roseton

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